Car Care Tips to Save on Gas

Car gas prices are on the rise all across the world. If you are from the Delhi-NCR region in India, you must be knowing by now that Indraprastha Gas Ltd (IGL), the agency distributing CNG in the national capital and surrounding region, has already decided to up retail prices of the gas by about Rs 1.10 per kg effective from April 1 this year. So, if you are still at loss as in how to take care of your car to save on gas, here are few important tips:



Tune up your car at regular intervals. Cars in poor running conditions consume more gas. But that doesn't mean you have to rev up its engine every single time. Revving up engines wastes gas needlessly. So, better check out.

Be judicious while using air conditioner on the drive. Unnecessary cooling is bad for a car's gas mileage. And yes, do not keep your windows open while driving at high speed, for that causes additional drag. But then, for the best results – drive within the speed limit.

Do not overfill your car tyres. High tyre pressure affects fuel efficiency rather badly.

Do a quick recap of your driving basics that you learnt back in your driving school - no “stop and go” traffic driving, and no idling your car engine for long periods of time. Both are very harmful for your car's gas mileage. And if you remember, they also asked you not to accelerate in a rush when leaving the red light. Pick up slowly. It's good for your car's fuel economy. Don't waste your money on high-priced car gas. If a low-grade or octane of gasoline is available at the pump, and your car can support it, fine – go for it. Whoever told you that expensive premium fuels boost your car's fuel mileage, is wrong. It doesn't.

Do not overload your car's fuel tank with excess gasoline. In any case, it's not going to help your car fuel-wise. So, why waste money on overtopping? And yes, before you check out from the pump, do check if your car's gas cap is placed and tightened properly, because loose caps lead to gas leakage.

Replace your car's clogged air filter with a cleaner and better one. It improves your car's gas mileage by as much as 15 percent! So, please do not skimp on maintenance.

Finally, keep in mind a few small things: plan your trips well beforehand to avoid needless driving, keep your car clutter-free, look for shade while parking your car in summer, and get a garage for yourself to give your car a comfort rest. All these help you gain on gas efficiency in the long run.